On a cold, windy afternoon, the CCA Ravens  defeated The Stonegate Gators to claim the 2021-2022 FMSD volleyball championship.  Led by captains Maddelyn Tran and Grace Tran, the Ravens were able to rally back from an early scare against the Shirakawa Sharks and secure a place in the championship game against the Gators.  Thanks to key plays by both Emanuel Velazquez Ayuso and Kevin Tu, the CCA Ravens were able to secure their undefeated season by playing outstanding offense and defense throughout the day.  

The CCA Ravens knew the championship tournament would be challenging, but showed up ready to battle on the court.  The Ravens, as well as the other teams present, had to battle their opponents and the cold, windy weather to reach and win the championship.  Coach Riley White and Coach Rudy Duran are very proud and impressed with their player’s abilities and willingness to listen and learn throughout the season.  Every Raven showed growth during the season and enjoyed every practice and game this year!!!  

Game highlights:

Maddelyn Tran:  9 digs

Grace Tran:  11 digs, 5 aces, and 2 kills

Angeline Pham:  6 aces and 1 kill

Kevin Tu: 11 aces, 3 kills, and 2 digs

Emanuel Velazquez Ayuso: 14 aces, 8 kills, and 11 digs

TEAM MEMBERS (FROM PICTURE): 

Back Row:  Coach Riley White, Maddelyn Tran, Andre Nguyen, Marthe Laenens, Anton Do, Kevin "Lets Go" Tu, Emanuel Velazquez Ayuso, Uriyah "Fail Jordan" Pascual, Kylie "The Roaster" Do, Nathan "Hot Dog" Tran, Angeline "Boba Fet" Pham, Jennifer Lam, Coach Rudy Duran

 Front Row: Mai Ho Nguyen, Kaelyn Nguyen, Alayna Pham, Grace Tran, Mai Phuong Le, Scarlett Nguyen, Molly Do, Grace Tse